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How being bilingual can keep your mind sharp as you age

Knowing more than one language might help keep your brain sharp as you get older, according to Tanya Dash, a speech-language pathologist and cognitive...

New discovery could help control inflammation in diseases

Researchers at Cornell University have found a way to control inflammation in the body by identifying a switch that regulates immune responses. This discovery could...

New antibiotic makes bacterial resistance nearly impossible

A groundbreaking discovery from the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) has revealed a new antibiotic that targets bacteria in two different ways, making it...

Scientists find mild COVID-19 can cause long-term memory and attention issues

Even mild cases of COVID-19 can lead to long-term cognitive problems, including memory loss and attention deficit, according to a study by researchers at...

Nasal spray clears proteins linked to Alzheimer’s, study finds

Scientists in America have developed a nasal spray that can remove proteins in the brain associated with Alzheimer's disease—at least, in mice. There are two...

The dangers of simultaneous liver and kidney failure

When both the liver and kidneys fail at the same time, it’s a serious and life-threatening condition. These two organs are vital for keeping...

Research finds the best medication for type 2 diabetes

In 2022, University of Colorado Department of Medicine faculty member Dr. Neda Rasouli, along with a national team of researchers, compared the effectiveness of...

New blood test can predict many diseases

A recent study has shown that proteins in a drop of blood can predict the onset of many different diseases. This research, published on July...

Exploring alternative medicine for Parkinson’s disease

Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological disorder that affects movement, causing symptoms like tremors, stiffness, and difficulty with balance and coordination. While conventional treatments, such...

Common causes of heart attacks everyone should know

Heart attacks are a leading cause of death worldwide, affecting millions of people each year. But what exactly causes a heart attack? Understanding the...